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The novel Cloudstreet, written by Tim Winton, is a powerfulL, moving and epic tale of two separate dysfunctional families and the hardships of life they are put through. The families, the Lambs and the Pickles, go through different situations however, end up both moving to Subiaco to escape and start over. With number one Cloudstreet being both their residence for the next twenty years, the families learn to communicate with one another and overcome the …

…range of audiences to relate to. In conclusion, the narrative techniques found within Cloudstreet are all very important as they play a major role towards readers and their understanding of the novel. With the many different viewpoints, readers are given different perspectives and different levels of insights to the characters. These techniques have clearly made the integration of fantasy and reality within Cloudstreet evident and whilst working together, strengthen the structure and conveys its conviction.